Andre J. Carter

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  • March 31st Rules Update

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    USASF.net has an article stating the rules were updated on March 31st. We haven’t gone through them to see what changed from the update a few weeks ago, but hopefully there is nothing significant. USASF

  • Dear Alabama

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    If we were University of Alabama cheerleading alum, a letter similar to this would be sent to key members of the University immediately. We would also talk to the coaches about postponing tryouts to give more time for the officials to reconsider their decision. We realize the ability to compete in the future may depend…

  • Keeneland

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    Keeneland opens today, but between the wet weather and not feeling 100%, I won’t be making it out there today. Hopefully tomorrow will be different.

  • University of Alabama

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    We’ve been told the University of Alabama cheerleaders will not be allowed to compete next season. Rumors as to why center around a high ranking athletic department official, who recently came from Florida State, not being a supporter of competitive cheerleading. We haven’t heard any rumors implying the decision was based on any inappropriate actions…

  • A Chat with Kimberly

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    I had a long chat with Kimberly Archie of the National Cheer Safety Foundation yesterday. For those of you that don’t know her story, I suggest Googling it, but in short she is a mom that is on a crusade to combat cheerleading injuries. She understands participating in anything athletic is going to lead, or…

  • Calipari

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    Kentucky introduced John Calipari as the new basketball coach today. Calipari left Memphis to take a job he says he’s been dreaming about. He’ll do a good job. He’s a good coach, a good recruiter, and a good spokesperson. I’m sure I’ll have more to say about this later. CBS published an interesting article about…

  • Awards

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    The USASF and some of the more popular industry magazines have teamed up to search for coaches and owners of the year. Follow the link for more information and nomination forms. USASF

  • FSN’s Sport Science

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    National Cheer Safety Foundation has sent word Fox Sports Network (FSN) will be airing an episode of Sport Science pertaining to Cheerleading injuries. The episode is scheduled to air on April 5th at 9pm.

  • Spirit Post

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    I received a phone call this morning about a blog I’m involved with called Spirit Post. The point of the call was to get an email, deemed confidential by the caller, taken off the site. I’m not certain his claim that I legally needed to take it down was valid, but it didn’t matter enough…

  • Coach Billy G.

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    It seems like Coach Billy G. will soon be looking for a new job. If he is fired the reason given will be off the court stuff like his partying antics and inability to “relate” to the major donors, but reality is it comes down to wins. He isn’t getting the job done on the…

  • SpiritTown USA Top 10

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    The JAM Brands have announced the SpiritTown USA Top 10. The finalists are Atlanta, Columbus (GA & OH), Chicago, Washington/Baltimore, Louisville, Memphis, Dallas/Ft. Worth, and Seymour, IN. SpiritTown USA

  • VFP Update

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    In addition to recently adding Cheersport and Universal Spirit to the Varsity Family Plan, Varsity has dropped the 2 team must attend the same event requirement.

  • USASF 2009-10 Updates

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    The USASF has released the 2009-10 Rules and Age Grid, for Cheer and Rules, Divisions, and Glossary for Dance. We haven’t looked at them yet, but I’m sure there will be more posts about them soon. USASF Updates

  • Universal Spirit Joins VFP

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    Universal Spirit is now participating in the Varsity Family Plan. No word on if a merger or acquisition took place.

  • Congratulation Marty

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    Martin Brodeur became the NHL’s all time regular season winning goalie last night. Congrats!

  • The Power of a Pen

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    I’m going start spending less time in front of a computer, replacing it with time using a pen and a notepad. I think different when I use a pen instead of my keyboard. Hopefully a little time with each will get me closer to my destination. Of course this could just be the thoughts of…

  • SpiritTown USA Top 25

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    JAM Brands have announced the Top 25 in the SpiritTown USA poll. Visit the site and cast your vote. The Top 25 polls close on Thursday, March 20th so the Top 10 can be announced at Great Lakes and GSSA. SpiritTown USA

  • Cheersport Joins VFP

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    Cheersport has form an alliance with Varsity Brands allowing Cheersport to participate in the Varsity Family Plan. The email below was sent on March 12th: CHEERSPORT is extremely pleased to announce the formation of a strategic alliance with Varsity Brands that allows CHEERSPORT to participate in the Varsity Family Plan. “We are thrilled with this…

  • JAM U 2009

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    Jammy has scheduled the 2009 JAM U Coaches Conference. The event will take place in Louisville, KY, June 26th & 27th. An “Extra Credit Day” will be held on June 28th. JAM U

  • UPA Results

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    Elite Cheer (Small Senior) earned UPA’s Paid Bid. Complete results can be found by following the link below. UPA Results

  • Rumor: COA Bids

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    We’ve been told COA’s Paid Bids have been awarded to Basic Superstart (Small Senior) and Step 1 (Large Coed). I haven’t seen anything from COA confirming this.

  • NCA Results

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    Congratulations to all the teams earning NCA jackets this weekend. Top Gun Large Coed completed the JAMfest, Cheersport, NCA trifecta by building a 1 point lead on Saturday and having a better performance on Sunday. Cheer Athletic Panthers (Large Senior) may have established themselves as the favorites for Worlds by beating Cheer Extreme and Maryland…

  • Acts of Kindness

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    A while ago I helped a couple guys push their not working at the moment BMW out of the road, into a bank parking lot. It reminded me of back in the day when I used to “make” the guys with me on a road trip perform an act of kindness if the opportunity presented…

  • An Afternoon with Tegan

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    Debbie spent Friday afternoon taping educational videos at Showtime. The videos will be used with training material Debbie will be releasing and as part of the USASF’s education program. Tegan Reeves, USASF’s Education and Communication Director, was at Showtime during the taping giving me an opportunity to chat with her. Having been extremely critical of…

  • Enlightened Perspective

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    by Andy Rooney I’ve learned…  That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person. I’ve learned…  That when you’re in love, it shows. I’ve learned…  That just one person saying to me, ‘You’ve made my day!’ makes my day. I’ve learned…  That having a child fall asleep in your…